A Collection of Vintage Sewing Patterns for the Making of Accessories for Women

Book excerpt: This volume contains a step-by-step guide to sewing a variety of women's accessories. With simple diagrams and complete patterns, it walks the reader through every step of producing bags, collars, aprons, oven mitts, and much more. Highly recommended for those with an in interest in needlework and vintage clothing. Contents include: “Summer Bag”, “Smart Pochette”, “The First Has Big Initials”, “The Second Is In Striped Material”, “Check Bag”, “Envelope Type In Striped Deck Chair Canvas”, “Smart”, “Choker Necklace”, “An After–Thought”, “Collar & Cuffs On The Right”, “Sophisticated Peter Pan Set”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on sewing and needlework.